Insights
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When something just doesn’t feel right – the rules for when you can & can’t challenge a will
A leading expert on Estate Planning has shared his advice on the rules around challenging a Will. Steve Bish says queries about “something…
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Sesame creates new team to boost adviser recruitment
Sesame Bankhall Group (SBG) has appointed a dedicated team to boost adviser recruitment as part of plans to grow Sesame’s network. Chris…
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Men are suffering in silence – here’s how employers can offer much-needed support
With Men’s Health Week taking place this week (9-15 June), a leading workplace mental health expert is urging employers across the UK…
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Three-quarters of over 50’s say risk appetite is key when planning for retirement
Recent financial market volatility driven by the prospect of global trade wars has highlighted how unpredictable markets can be when uncertainty abounds,…
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Zero deposit’ mortgages surge 32% in past year
The number of ‘zero deposit’ residential mortgages taken out increased 32% in 2024 to 622, up from 470 in 2023*, says chartered…
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“Preparation is prevention”- legal expert on avoiding the employee tribunal trap
The UK’s employment tribunal backlog continues to grow, with delays soared by 25% in just a quarter, – and lawyers are warning…
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Surge in divorce settlements contested in the courts due to rising financial uncertainty
The number of divorce settlements being contested in the courts has surged to its highest level in 15 years, according to Nockolds,…
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Stephens: How will M&A transform the asset management industry in 2025?
The asset management industry is in the midst of a significant transformation. Fee pressure, regulatory demands, and technological shifts are reshaping the…
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How client listening can fuel business development for professional services firms
In the following insight, Paul Roberts, CEO of MyCustomerLens, explores how new methods of AI-driven client listening can fuel business development, but…
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Government reveals ‘convoluted’ Winter Fuel U-turn as 7.5 million more pensioners set to receive payment – industry reaction and what advisers need to know
The government has revealed that from Winter 2025, all pensioners will receive the Winter Fuel Payment worth up to £300, but it…
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